Recent Flute Articlesfrom the Blog

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Want to learn to play the flute or improve your existing skills? Check out these helpful tips from New York flute teacher Nadia B...
As you learn to play the flute, you may encounter some challenges as you grow, learn, and improve. Read on to discover the most common issues I see my flute students facing, and tips to overcome them so you can play at your best.
I dont have enough air to play that passage!
While you may feel that you dont have enough air, you usually have enough, or …
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Learn to Play the Flute: Your Top Challenges, Resolved!

Want to learn to play the flute or improve your existing skills? Check out these helpful tips from New York flute teacher Nadia B...
As you learn to play the flute, you may encounter some challenges as you grow, learn, and improve. Read on to discover the most common issues I see my flute students facing, and tips to overcome them so you can play at your best.
I dont have enough air to play that passage!
While you may feel that you dont have enough air, you usually have enough, or

6 Destructive Beliefs That Hold Beginner Musicians Back

Do you ever wonder how good your skills would be now if you started practicing a year ago? A question like this should motivate, not dishearten you. In this article, guest writer Elizabeth Kane will take you through six destructive beliefs you might face as you're learning how to become a musician, and how you can overcome them...
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Mind Over Matter
Your mind is a powerful tool. Your thoughts dictate just about every conscious decision you make.
Whether you're a beginner guitari

Beginner Flute Lessons: How to Make the Most of Your Lessons

As you learn to play the flute, attending regular private lessons are integral to your success. Here, Chicago, IL flute teacher Jillian D. shares her tips for making the most of those lessons...
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Growing up, flute lessons were, and still are, an important part of my life. They instilled me with discipline, integrity, and pride, while also allowing me to grow and mature artistically. The moments you spend with your teacher are filled with helpful information and wise insight. The

Here's What to Know Before Buying an Instrument

Thinking about buying a new instrument? It's a big decision, as an instrument is truly an investment -- especially if you're spending several hundred dollars (or more, for higher-end brands and models) on it.
Before making your purchase, you'll want to do some research. But where do you start? With so many brands out there, how do you know which ones are worth the money? What do you really need to ensure years of playing and practicing?
We came across a great article over on Donna Schw

6 Websites for Finding Free Flute Sheet Music

Looking for free flute sheet music? If youre a flute player looking for more music to learn, youre in luck! There are many places to find free flute sheet music on the web. Theres more music out there than youll ever have time to explore, ranging from solos to duets to etudes and scales. You can find music in genres from Classical to Pop/Rock, Folk, and Holiday.
Whether youre looking for your next solo to study or want to practice your sight reading, the six sites below are excellent